the qing dynasty architecture deep in the garden-the imperial envoy’s mansion

aesthetic aesthetics ambiance ancestral architecture art artistry balance bamboo carved carvings chinese classic classical courtyard courtyards craftsmanship cultural decorative dragon dynasty eaves elegance elements embellishments envoy’s features feng formality garden gateways grandeur hall halls heritage historical imperial jade landscaping lanterns lattice lifestyle manicured mansion motifs opulent ornate pagoda pagodas pathways pavilions period plants porcelain preservation qing refinement regal roofs rooms screen serene setting shui silk splendor style surroundings symbols symmetrical symmetry temple tiled traditional tranquil tranquility verandas water wood